FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS—
Marshalltown
Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in nonroadway area · Fractures
Final narrative
An employee opened the door to the compressor room. As he exited the room, a passing forklift ran over his right foot and lower right leg, pulling him to the floor. He suffered a broken right leg, rib, and jaw.
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